Are we seeing an increase in veterinary consolidation? In this episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark is joined by Ryan Leech, host of The Birdbath podcast to discuss the ongoing trend of consolidation in the veterinary industry, where corporate groups and private equity firms are purchasing veterinary practices, leading to… Read More
Pumpkin Spice Vet Care
A reminder for anyone who wants to break the monotony and re-engage their team I’m going to admit it right here: I’m a pumpkin spice guy. Even more, I’m a Fall Season Guy. I love the changing leaves, the outdoor activities in crisp air, and the warm clothes I get to wear after the humid… Read More
Does Every Dog Need A Lepto Vaccine?
Dr. Jane Sykes joins us as we dive into the 2023 ACVIM Consensus Statement on leptospirosis. In this episode, Dr. Andy Roark is joined by Dr. Jane Sykes, a renowned small animal internist at UC Davis College of Veterinary Medicine and editor of Greene’s Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat. Dr. Sykes emphasizes the… Read More
Is vet medicine ready to decenter the DVM?
Dr. Jessica Vogelsang, Chief Medical Officer at the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), joins us to discuss the evolving role of veterinarians in modern veterinary practices. Dr. Vogelsang introduces the concept of “decentering” the veterinarian to create a more team-based approach that places the patient at the heart of care, similar to patient-centered models in… Read More
Sometimes Things End
Not everything we do has to last forever. I recently sat with a crying practice manager. She works at a small clinic with a single veterinarian who is the longtime clinic owner. He’s relatively young, has young children, and is dying of a terminal illness. My heart broke for her. She has been lining up… Read More
Technician Education & Utilization The Nutritional Advocate Certificate
Vicky Ograin, RVT and VTS in Nutrition, joins us to discuss the evolving role of veterinary technicians. In this episode of The Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark and Vicky explore how vet techs are being increasingly empowered and better utilized in clinics, supported by organizations like NAVTA and social media. They also… Read More